October 20, 2026 – The National Communications Authority (NCA), in collaboration with the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), has conducted a fire evacuation simulation exercise for Head Office staff at the NCA Tower to assess the emergency preparedness and response of staff and tenants of the facility.

During the exercise, staff and tenants evacuated the building through designated emergency exits and assembled at designated assembly points in accordance with established safety procedures.

Although the target evacuation time was five (5) minutes, the exercise recorded an evacuation time of eleven (11) minutes, highlighting the need to improve response times and familiarise occupants with emergency evacuation procedures.

Staff and tenants of the NCA Tower gather at the designated assembly point during the fire evacuation simulation exercise

Speaking after the exercise, Mr Michael Atto Korsah, Deputy Director of Fire Safety at the Greater Accra Regional Office of the Ghana National Fire Service, urged staff and tenants of the NCA Tower to remain vigilant, take fire safety protocols seriously and respond promptly to emergency alarms.

He emphasised the importance of regular fire drills in fostering a culture of safety and ensuring that occupants are adequately prepared to respond effectively in the event of an actual emergency.

Mr. Michael Atto Korsah, Deputy Director of Fire Safety at the Greater
Accra Regional Office of the GNFS, speaking to staff and tenants

The exercise also provided an opportunity to assess the effectiveness of existing evacuation arrangements, identify areas for improvement and reinforce the importance of collective responsibility in ensuring the safety of everyone within the facility.

The exercise forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen emergency preparedness and promote a safe working environment for all occupants of the NCA Tower.

NCA staff and tenants assemble at the NCA Tower compound
during the fire evacuation simulation exercise

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